HP 4509 e-All-in-One Ink
ENVY 4509 e-All-in-One Ink Cartridges

HP 4509 e-All-in-One Printer Review

Designed for photo printing, scanning, and copying at home, the HP ENVY 4509 e-All-in-One is one of the most affordable models in its class. Its sleek design doesn't consume too much space in the home, and it still reaches ISO speeds of around 8.8 pages per minute in black and 5.2 pages per minute in color. High-capacity HP 4509 printer ink supplies are also a good way to trim the cost per page.

The frame of the 4509 is only 4.7 inches tall, with a footprint of 17.5x13.2 inches when all trays are folded up for storage. With a weight of only 12.32 pounds that includes the ENVY 4509 printer ink supplies, it is easy to move around or even to set out of the way when it is not in use. The input paper tray holds up to 100 sheets, and also supports different sizes of specialty media like photo paper.

Wireless printing support is included, with HP's ePrint platform doing the heavy lifting. Apple users will also appreciate support for AirPrint, so they can easily print from an iPhone or iPad. The 2-inch display is a bit on the small side, and does not have a touchscreen interface like many similar models, but it works well enough for light home use.

Reviewers note disappointment that the HP 4509 ink cartridges don't come in separate colors, and this does lead to more wasted ink in some cases. The other issue with the ENVY 4509 ink cartridges is their small page yields, but high-capacity "XL" versions can help solve this problem, and keep users under budget.

For a basic all-in-one inkjet printer, users could do a lot worse than the 4509. It is easy wireless setup and compact design make it a good buy for the price, and users have a few options when it comes to HP 4509 ink as well.